6 big ethical questions about the future of AI | Genevieve Bell

The video explores the integration of AI in modern buildings, focusing on lifts as an example of AI's subtle influence. It introduces the 3A Institute's mission to create a new branch of engineering for AI, emphasizing safe and sustainable scaling. The video draws inspiration from historical systems like Aboriginal fish traps, highlighting the importance of cultural and ecological knowledge. It outlines six key questions for responsible AI development, stressing the need for systems thinking and diverse collaboration.

What is the primary role of AI in modern lifts as discussed in the introduction?

• To entertain passengers

• To predict and manage lift traffic efficiently

• To offer personalized music

• To provide security alerts

What is the mission of the three A Institute founded at the Australian National University?

• To design AI-driven consumer electronics

• To create a new branch of engineering for AI

• To develop autonomous vehicles

• To build the tallest building in Sydney

How does the three A Institute plan to establish a new branch of engineering?

• By building new AI hardware

• Through experimental education and research

• By creating a global AI conference

• Through government legislation

What is emphasized as crucial for creating a new engineering discipline in the third section?

• Problem-solving

• Question framing

• Speed of development

• Cost reduction

Which of the following is NOT one of the six critical questions for AI scaling?

• Agency

• Autonomy

• Assurance

• Aesthetics

What does the question of 'agency' in AI systems refer to?

• The system's color

• The system's ability to entertain

• The system's control and limitations

• The system's speed

What historical concept is highlighted as influential in the final section?

• The Industrial Revolution

• Cybernetics

• The Space Race

• The Renaissance

What is the significance of the Macy's conferences mentioned in the final section?

• They focused on space exploration

• They explored the relationship between humans and technology

• They were about global warming

• They were the first AI conferences

What is the role of diverse expertise in the team at the Institute?

• To reduce costs

• To bring a wide range of perspectives to complex challenges

• To focus solely on computer science

• To speed up development

What cultural aspect is emphasized in the conclusion of the transcript?

• The impact of fashion on culture

• The significance of acknowledging indigenous land and history

• The importance of traditional music

• The role of sports in society